Clothing was a frequent Christmas gift during the Victorian period. Produced or purchased, find out how central it was to the Christmas season! Crafts, decorations, historic demonstrations, and holiday traditions […]
Clothing was a frequent Christmas gift during the Victorian period. Produced or purchased, find out how central it was to the Christmas season! Crafts, decorations, historic demonstrations, and holiday traditions […]
The whole family will enjoy this flexible Storytime. Hearing stories is a great way to spend time with your kids and help them foster a love of reading. Stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities foster pre-reading skills. Fun for the whole family. Space is limited. Pick up a free ticket at the Questions Desk when […]
Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! Your little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales, fingerplays and musical fun. We’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors […]
Take a photo with our woodsy Santa Claus! The holiday season is a time of joy, love, and togetherness. "Tales of Father Christmas" embraces the true spirit of this magical season, fostering a sense of community, goodwill, and a love of nature. See wildlife and share smiles, laughter, and heartfelt moments with your loved ones […]
Every Saturday 10am-12pm Parents Skate Free (rentals not included)
Santa and the Johnson County Park Police will be at Shawnee Mission Park, Thomas S. Stoll Park, and Meadowbrook Park to collect new, unwrapped toys, show you the inside of the cruiser, and Santa will even have a special gift for you! Toys collected will benefit Children's Mercy Hospital's Snowflake Shoppe. 10 to 11:30 am: […]
The Grinch is coming to Inspired Play Cafe! Families can stop by for a festive photo opportunity and see whether they can grow their hearts three sizes during this playful holiday event. Grinch Visit: Dec. 5, 10:30–11:30 a.m. This is a ticketed event, so advance registration is recommended. Tickets and more information are available at […]
Join us in Bloch lobby to create your own time telling tool! Then join us in the galleries to learn how different civilizations approached the concept of time. Visit Museum Guides to explore both historical and modern methods of telling time in a...
Experience the story of Christ's birth in a Journey to Bethlehem at Southminster Presbyterian Church in Prairie Village. Join fellow travelers following the star through seven scenes in a dramatic walk-through that shares the story of the birth of Jesus. The Journey is entirely indoors. Tours start approximately every 20 minutes. While you wait for […]
GloWild: Hidden Treasure presented by Saint Luke’s returns to illuminate the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium this fall with an all-new theme. Guests will step into a glowing nighttime expedition, […]
Experience a brand-new prehistoric passage featuring animatronic dinosaurs and fossils. Learn how hands-on science reveals dinosaurs that once ruled the ancient world. New limited-time exhibit filling nearly 5,000 saft in […]